attention Travelers a new health threat is on the rise and it's called sloth fever meet sloth fever scientifically known as the orous virus recently the CDC reported 21 cases in the US all linked to travel in Cuba with over 8,000 cases already in South America it's spreading fast this virus is no joke it's transmitted through mosquito and mij bites symptoms can range from fever chills and headaches to muscle pain vomiting and even eye redness in severe cases it may lead to hemorrhages or neuroinvasive diseases there's no vaccine or specific treatment so what can you do prevention is key use insect repellent wear long sleeves and pants and stay in places with air conditioning or window screens pregnant women be extra cautious there have been cases of mother to fetus transmission causing severe birth defects if you've traveled to affected areas and feel sick seek medical attention immediately stay safe stay informed and help stop the spread Mia